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Find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco from $58

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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco (WAS-SFO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:51 pm - 11:58 pmDCA-SFO
8h 07m1 stop
9:20 pm - 12:00 pmSFO-DCA
11h 40m1 stop
$133Frontier
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Fri, May 10 - Mon, May 13
6:51 pm - 11:58 pmDCA-SFO
8h 07m1 stop
12:58 am - 9:59 pmSFO-DCA
18h 01m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Sat, May 4 - Mon, May 6
2:12 pm - 9:16 pmIAD-SFO
10h 04m1 stop
9:00 am - 7:42 pmSFO-IAD
7h 42m1 stop
$257American Airlines
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Wed, May 1 - Sat, May 4
5:14 pm - 10:36 pmIAD-SFO
8h 22m1 stop
9:00 am - 7:42 pmSFO-IAD
7h 42m1 stop
$258American Airlines
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Tue, Apr 30 - Sat, May 4
7:10 am - 12:10 pmBWI-SFO
8h 00m1 stop
9:45 pm - 8:34 amSFO-BWI
7h 49m1 stop
$313Delta
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Wed, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 9
7:10 am - 10:15 amIAD-SFO
30h 05m1 stop
6:00 am - 5:55 amSFO-IAD
20h 55m1 stop
$342Alaska Airlines
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Thu, May 9 - Mon, May 13
5:13 pm - 11:19 pmBWI-SFO
9h 06m1 stop
7:00 pm - 6:01 amSFO-BWI
8h 01m1 stop
$343Delta
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Mon, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 9
7:10 am - 8:02 amIAD-SFO
27h 52m1 stop
6:00 am - 5:55 amSFO-IAD
20h 55m1 stop
$348Alaska Airlines
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Sat, May 11 - Mon, May 13
6:19 pm - 9:29 pmBWI-SFO
6h 10mnonstop
5:47 pm - 5:18 amSFO-BWI
8h 31m1 stop
$375United Airlines
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Wed, May 8 - Wed, May 15
6:45 pm - 9:30 pmBWI-SFO
5h 45mnonstop
10:55 pm - 7:14 amSFO-BWI
5h 19mnonstop
$399United Airlines
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Flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco cost $193 and was between Baltimore and San Francisco. On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Francisco. The average price for a return flight for this route is $328.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $318 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $528 and $508 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The average price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $336 on average

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 67 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Frontier offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $58. KAYAK users also found Washington, D.C. to San Francisco round-trip flights on Frontier from $133 and on American Airlines from $257.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.
There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. They are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is Alaska Airlines, with the best one-way deal found costing $168. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 17 and 21 nonstop flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 02m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 133 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Friday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is typically 5h 36m. The journey crosses a distance of 2,434 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 5:45 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 8:55 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco jets off at 10:05 pm and lands at 12:53 am.

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Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$58
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Reagan Washington National Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

  • Can I fly nonstop from Washington, D.C., to San Francisco?

    Yes, those looking for direct flights to San Francisco to DC will be glad to know that they have several options. United Airlines offers nonstop service from both BWI and IAD to SFO, American Airlines offers nonstop service from IAD to SFO, and Alaska Airlines offers nonstop service from IAD to SFO.

  • What other cities does San Francisco International Airport serve besides just San Francisco?

    Aside from San Francisco, SFO serves as the main gateway to northern California. You can easily access other nearby cities such as Oakland, Davis, Fremont, Berkeley, Santa Rosa and San Jose from SFO.

  • Can I get to the downtown area of San Francisco via a rideshare when I land?

    Yes, the rideshare apps Lyft and Uber both operate at SFO. Each terminal has a designated pickup area for these rides. At Terminal 1, you’ll meet your ride in the garage core A/B and B. In Terminal 2, it is located at garage core C and D, and in Terminal 3, you will go to E, F, and F/G. The rideshare app Wingz also operates at SFO, and the pickup locations are just outside the doors of each terminal.

  • Are there any hotels at the airports in Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. In case you’d like to stay at the airport the night before your flight, IAD boasts the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott onsite, BWI has the Sheraton BWI Hotel, and DCA has the Crystal City Marriott. These airports also each have many other hotel options nearby in case you’d prefer to take a free shuttle in the morning.

  • If I don’t have a direct flight from Washington DC to San Francisco, where will my layovers occur?

    If you have not booked a direct flight, your layover locations will depend on the airlines you choose to fly with. For example, Frontier Airlines stops in Denver (DEN), United Airlines stops in either New York (EWR) or Houston (IAH), Delta stops in Minneapolis (MSP), and JetBlue stops in Boston (BOS).

  • What documents will I need in order to fly from Washington, D.C., to San Francisco?

    US citizens boarding a flight from DC to San Francisco need only a valid passport or a REAL ID driver’s license. Please keep in mind that normal driver’s licenses that are not REAL IDs will not be accepted for air travel. 

  • How do I get around once I arrive in California?

    From San Francisco Airport, there are a number of public transport options. Take the AirTrain to the BART Rapid Rail station, which goes to San Francisco, East Bay, and San Mateo County. If you’re traveling to San Jose, the Caltrain Commuter rail has a direct service from Millbrae Station. The SamTrans public bus service runs 24/7 and connects the airport with Millbrae Station, San Francisco, and San Mateo County.

  • How do I get around San Francisco Airport?

    For the convenience of people traveling through San Francisco Airport, the SFO AirTrain is a free 24-hour service that connects the domestic and international terminals, parking garages, rental car center, and the BART train station.

  • I’m traveling with kids. How can I keep them entertained?

    The FunWay at Dulles International is a play area with a slide and foam models of NASA aircraft where kids can run around before departure. A touchscreen console has kid-friendly games, while activity sheets and puzzles keep children entertained. Located in Concourse B, parents and guardians have access to seating and charging stations while they wait.

  • Are there pet relief areas on this route?

    If you’re traveling with a pet or service animal, Dulles International in Washington has four pet relief areas in the airport to use before you depart. After you land at San Francisco, there are a number of fenced animal relief areas with water bowls, which are indicated by paw-prints painted on the ground.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco was $58 for a one-way ticket and $133 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C. (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.) and only 1 airport in San Francisco (San Francisco). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Reagan Washington National Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Only Alaska Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $458 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $378 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $314 or less one-way and $428 or less round-trip.
  • Washington, D.C., is served by three major airports: Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Most departures from DC to San Francisco depart from either IAD or BWI, but DCA serves a small number of flights, as well.
  • If you will be landing late at night in San Francisco, you may want to book a hotel near the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) so you can immediately rest before continuing your journey in the morning. The Grand Hyatt SFO is onsite at the airport, and there are plenty of hotels connected to the hotel via free shuttles.
  • Those traveling out of BWI, IAD, or DCA with limited mobility will be glad to know that all three airports offer accessibility services. At each one, wheelchair rental is available, as well as escort service, accessible facilities, changing tables, and more.
  • Direct flights from Washington to San Francisco are served by a number of airlines, including United and Alaska Airlines. Flights from Washington to San Francisco usually depart from Dulles International Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport.
  • If you’re hungry before your flight from Dulles, there are plenty of food and beverage outlets to choose from. Enjoy a meal by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, grab a gourmet burger or a slice of pizza, or relax with a glass of wine before you embark.
  • A diverse collection of local art, sculptures, and rotating exhibits are on display at Dulles International Airport. While waiting for flights to depart, travelers can also see the Daedalus 87 human-powered aircraft on display at the AeroTrain station in Concourse B and enjoy live entertainment and classical music performances throughout the terminals.
  • If someone in your party is flying from Dulles for the first time and has special needs, the Wings for All program has been designed to ease the stress of flying for people with special needs. Families and guardians can take part in a simulation of the stages of traveling on a plane, from checking in and passing through security to boarding an aircraft. This program also helps to educate airport personnel to understand the needs of all passengers.
  • At San Francisco Airport, friendly dogs wearing “Pet me!” vests can be found around the terminals with their handlers. The Wag Brigade program brings certified animal therapy dogs to spread cheer through the airport with their gentle dispositions and helps to ease the stress of traveling, especially for children.
  • The Airport Butler at San Francisco is a multilingual concierge service that can be customized for all kinds of travelers including business passengers, senior citizens, and those traveling with children. Passengers are met at the gate and escorted through the airport. The Airport Butler also assists with luggage collection and can organize transfers and hotel bookings.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

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Nonstop returns

San Francisco to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +15 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +14 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +15 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +16 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +13 more

Air New Zealand, Alaska Airlines, +14 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9109 reviews
8.2boarding
7.3entertainment
8.6crew
7.3food
7.9comfort
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dont re-route to San Jose. Re-route to closer airport. Provide shuttle bus to go to SFO, not just LYFT vouchers.

2.0 MediocreShea Michael, Apr 2024PDX - SFO
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dont re-route to San Jose. Re-route to closer airport. Provide shuttle bus to go to SFO, not just LYFT vouchers.

WiFi connection bad. Food is really awful. Crew very nice and efficient

It was the worst experience because they delayed the flight by 2 and half hours. We were supposed to depart by 3:41 but they did the depart by 6 pm. It was so boring!!

This was a short flight with many open seats. Overhead space is limited and there are no screens in the seat back. But overall the flight was comfortable and fast.

Poor experience. 4 hour delay. 2 hours because of weather and runway construction at SFO. But gate logistics were a mess (gate was used by an unsigned flight to SAN first (!) ... lots of time spent weight balancing the flight because of an inoperable baggage hold (initial loading should have taken that into account, since plane had been flying that way that day) ... and then plane had to go back to gate for more fuel because of SFO delays (easily could have been done - and foreseen - while reweighting the plane). Airline came across as extremely disorganized. Note: on-board experience was fine ...

I think in 6:15 hrs flight the airlines should give some meal and not just couple of cookies People reach their homes at around 12 mid night and then they have to make dinner and eat I started my home at around 5 o clock and no food till 12 midnight You should give some reasonable meal in flight Thanks

The only options for beverages were water and apple juice. When did that happen?

Pretty terrible. The aisles on this flight were too narrow so we had to carry our baby, care seat, luggage, travel stroller step by step down the aisle slowing down a lot of passengers in the process. Not only was this a safety hazard but remember that scene from game of thrones where Cersei walks naked through the streets? It felt about as excruciating as that except both me and my husband were carrying 50lbs of weight while everyone from the flight attendants and passengers dolled out comments like “that stroller doesn’t fit in the overhead compartment and you should check it at the gate” when it is a travel stroller that absolutely fits and did fit in the overhead compartment. The flight said it was 30 min delayed but in actuality we did not take off until 1.5 hours past the original time. It was absolutely terrible. Alaska also charged us 200 dollars just in baggage fees even tho we took the time to buy two check on baggages via their app and bought an extra seat for our child and they still refused to overlook our first time flying with them. Everyone in general looked super miserable and traveling with them with a child is pretty much untenable. Lastly I originally thought I had booked an AM flight for my family but it was a PM flight which I knew was not going to end well since we had a 1.5 year old with us on a flight that gets in 9p. I ended up calling Alaska to try to change the first leg for a change fee, and would even have accepted half of a refund to book a completely different flight but of course they refused and absolutely allowed no flexibility to plans so I guess my revenge was our baby cried for 3 out of the four hour flight and hopefully convinced every miserable person on that flight to never fly Alaska again 🤷🏻‍♀️

Great no problems. Very friendly. An hour ahead of schedule

The reduced size overhead compartments were a surprise. They keep getting smaller and smaller while amenities keep getting fewer.

I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

Great experience overall. Check in at Austin was congested as they only have about 6 check in kiosks, one was broken, and there was a lot of Spring Break travelers.

Bag drop off was slow and annoying. Only 2 agents at the entire delta desk, and no one directing traffic for what line to be in, many confused people slowed down the process. Boarding was fine. Seats in Delta comfort plus were fine. Snacks were great! Definitely a bonus. The entertainment system was awful — old, slow, not responsive, and completely unable to play games due to some kind of error. But on the other hand, thank you to Delta for the free WiFi. That made it better.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

Crew was not friendly when I went to request a seat change.

Really impressive staff at airport and on plane, especially given how busy it was

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

The boarding process was terrible especially with an indirect flight Chicago to Seattle to San Diego was terrible talking about we overbooked a flight idk if I’d take this airline ever again we got off our flight from Chicago to Seattle and we traveled for business and they told us our connecting flight was over booked and their was no seats asking people to take a delayed next flight and they don’t tell anyone coughing to wear masks seats 30A-B were terrible during the flight no one wants to sit next to people coughing all around I don’t want to be sick traveling for work or get sick anytime it’s very upsetting the staff doesn’t take this stuff serious to tell them to wear masks when they see people coughing and sneezing

Crew was great. However the seat I had would not recline and stay put. It would spring back to upright. Hopefully they can check the seats and maintain them. Otherwise the plane is clean and the crew is very friendly.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

United airline kept delaying our flight back to Phoenix for 8 hours before they cancelled it! If they know that we are not flying out for whatever the reason is, why did they keep lying to us for hours. We could find another flight earlier or even find a hotel with a shuttle. But cancellation at about midnight was not fun. We stayed in the airport all night till the following morning when we bought an Alaska tickets to go back to Phoenix. Total of 14 hours in the airport.

Poor seating comfort, seat cushion too thin, very uncomfortable. My luggage didi not make the flight due to equipment change. At least. United had it delivered the next day. I was without my toilet items for one day.

My experience is based on one crew member. I had found my seat and sat down but there was a gentleman to claimed to the flight attendant I was in his seat. She then came to me and curtly said, "I need your ticket!" No hi, no excuse me may I see your boarding pass? NOTHING! I was taken aback by her attitude and she repeated herself, "your ticket?!?!" I calmly responded with ok, here you go. Only to discover the gentleman was looking at the wrong boarding pass. She gave me back my ticket with no apology. She then was curt with another man who was putting his coat in the overhead bin, already helped by another flight attendant who said it was fine. She realizes it's ok and then asks him if he drinks. The look on the man's face was priceless. She said she was going to comp him drinks. He gets offered a comp drink for a coat as well as an apology, and I got no apology.

Flight cancelled because of the grounded 737s. United was good about it and got us onto a later Alaska Airlines flight to Oakland (not San Francisco as originally intended). Had to go through security again and my wife dropped her MacBook Pro, which broke, a $2,500 whoopsie. But we made it home.

Delays, excuses, delays, and more delays. This company is BROKEN.

Horrible. Delayed on both planes several times. No attempt to fix it

I contacted both carriers months beforehand to change the cabin (booked in April) but to no avail (united asked to contact Swiss since it was their equipment, Swiss told me to reach out to united). So yeah… My seat was pretty worn down, legroom on 27K was more than enough, but still economy seating so, getting to know your neighbours was easy. According to ground staff, the flight was massively overbooked- and this showed. I ordered a gluten free meal beforehand (which was honoured) but for breakfast got a bread roll and croissant 🤷🏼‍♂️ The connection itself is great. Leaving SFO late PM to arrive at ZRH in the afternoon makes it easier to get re adjusted again. However, and since I’ve flown this connection a couple of times in the past, I will rather deal with one carrier only and include a layover on the east coast.

United requires seat selection in order for those booking together to stay together.

Somehow I got “offloaded” even though I had my boarding pass and was in transit Food is horrible Staff were nice and cheerful No headphones were provided on 11 hours flight

Overall the flights pretty good. The snacks we’re good and they were plenty of them. Both boarding and deplaning went quickly.

Delayed abs delayed Gate crew giving poor info - we are definitely leaving at —- Ultimately to cancel flight after 4+ hours of delays Just cancel it earlier

The flight was scheduled to depart DCA at 12:30 pm but was delayed twice on the ground so that we were finally scheduled to depart at around 4:00 pm. Once we boarded, it was announced that takeoff would be delayed again to fix a hydraulic problem which delayed our eventual takeoff until around 5:00 pm. Once we departed, it was a smooth flight back to ORD. We did not get any explanation about what caused the original significant delay. In my experience, this happens frequently with AA.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

The staff were very helpful with lots of refreshments on offer. The toilets were clean. The seats were comfortable and entertainment was good. No complaints, it was excellent.

Lots of weather delays that were poorly communicated and managed. I get there are weather delays but they didn’t make it clear what was happening or comfortable on the plane

Everything was on time; the flight attendants and the gate personnel were very pleasant and helpful.

Our second leg to Jackson WY was unable to land due to weather. We were flown back to Dallas after stopping in SLC. We were given hotel rooms and vouchers. We were told that we would be back on the same plane in the morning. Instead we were given a different flight with different seats. Not a good experience. No one knew what was going on.

Perfect flight. On time departure and early arrival. Smooth flight.

The boarding time. I was in Section 1 the lady in charge just let people in section 3 without see us. Make a line , I have to step out and ask her. We were in the line and she just take my ticket and that’s it, so if I don’t ask her she could leave us at the end! We paid more for that privilege and. She doesn’t care….

See my previous comment which is mostly about our flight from Phoenix to SFO

The check in at the airport was awful. Told I need to pay for a bag. The item was taken at screening. I went back to get my $ back and they gave me a coupon with a QR code that doesn’t work. Worst costumer service ever!!!!!

4 hour delay because they used our aircraft to fly a different segment (per the captain)

Lost baggage on my connecting flight. 24 hours later, still no update on my bags.

I had to cancel within 1hour of the reservation an they put you through hell to . no live customer service desk. I'm handy caped and they make it almost impossible to cancel. They are steeling my money. You should not have that airline on your site. Contact me and I will give you all info. Of what the are doing to me just notable treatment they are set up like that to take people

It’s a cheap airline. I wish they had better seats.

Seats are cramped and very uncomfortable. You have to pay for everything and it is too expensive.

absolutely horrific. delayed flights, overbooking. over charging. nightmare service beyond words. stay away.

My husband didn't get boarded on this flight. He was asked to pay $50 extra by the Frontier staff to get two boarding passes for check-in at the Las Vegas airport. He refused to pay this extra $50 charge and tried to do check-in online by himself but it seemed to be late with only 7 mins left. It ended up that my daughter and my husband missed the 7-minute time window. They had to take the next non-direct flight which took more than 12 hours from Las Vegas to San Francisco, a very poor experience for them.

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